2010 R8 Convertible

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2010 R8 Convertible with pics/vids As we reported in our November 2006 issue of Road & Track, Audi will build a convertible version of its fabulous R8 sports car. The proof is in these prototype photos that clearly show the R8 will use a fabric top, not a targa as had been rumored. This test mule showed off several changes that would be required to stow the convertible top, including a reworked engine cover, the fuel-filler cap moved from the B-pillar to the rear quarter panel as well as some new cutlines.

We expect the convertible top's action will be quite elaborate — stowing a roof in a 2-seat mid-engine car is quite a feat. Another feature left off this flat-black prototype are the prominent "side blades" of the coupe.

The R8 convertible will use the 4.2-liter 420-bhp V-8 when production begins in March 2009; it will hit the States closer to mid-year as a 2010 model. An R8 coupe with a 500-plus-bhp V-10 will arrive slightly sooner, at the beginning of 2009. The V-10 will find its way into the R8 convertible at a later time.






Looks a lot like an old F355 convertible without the side strakes.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/article....rticle_id=7071 - vids here

[khanhdom]

i love this car but wish it was a targa or hard top. maybe one day i will have the chance to buy the regular version

[SD_MR_FIT]

i love convertibles.

[fits_all]

just an easier way to escape in case it begins to burn itself.

[FITrunner]

Hmmm I'm gonna have to give it a Meh. I like the coupe better. The convert looks like an NSX and an Audi TT had a baby. Not a bad thing. Just not good enough for my taste.